American scientists invent 3D glass printing technology

In the past few years, 3D printers have attracted much attention from the industry and the printing process is not complicated. The operator simply enters the 3D graphics digital file into the printer, which is cut into 2D cross-sectional images. The printer then prints out each cross-section and finally sticks their tops together to form a solid 3D object. However, scientists have been unable to use 3D printers on glass. Because they have not found an effective way to ensure that glass powder can absorb adhesives. Fortunately, scientists at the University of Washington recently solved this problem by adjusting the mixing ratio and heating temperature of the glass powder and the adhesive, making it possible to print 3D glass objects.

3D glass printing technology will flex its muscles in architecture and the arts. In the field of architecture, 3D printing technology can complete the rapid printing of models to help architects quickly test different types of glass to determine which design is best suited to a given environment. An environmentalist can print patterns on old glass to recycle the glass. If the price is right, people can make their own glassware.